The NZ curriculum is made up of eight essential learning areas:

• English

• Mathematics & Statistics

• Science

• Technology

• Social Science

• Health & Physical Education

• The Arts

• Learning Languages

Underpinning the curriculum areas are five key competencies:

• Thinking

• Understanding language, symbols and texts

• Relating to others

• Managing self

• Participating & contributing

The NZ curriculum identifies the following values as part of the curriculum:

• Excellence

• Innovation, inquiry and curiosity

• Diversity

• Equity

• Community and participation

• Ecological sustainability

• Integrity